Applications are now open for the 2025 UN Global Compact’s Young SDG Innovators Programme. The SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals is a unique opportunity offered to participating companies within the UN Global Compact network. It empowers the young talent within these organizations to collaborate and drive business innovation that aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This intensive nine-month programme is designed to activate the potential of future business leaders and changemakers. It focuses on the development and implementation of innovative solutions through cutting-edge technologies, initiatives, and business models that contribute to your company’s sustainability objectives.
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The United Nations Global Compact is a strategic initiative that supports global companies that are committed to responsible business practices in the areas of human rights, labor, the environment, and corruption.
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SDG Innovation Accelerator
Aim and Benefits of SDG Innovation Accelerator
Participant Benefits
- Engage in accelerated learning opportunities including online and in-person workshops, case studies, company visits and forum discussions.
- Collaborate with other businesses on innovative projects tailored to your company and industry.
- Build valuable relationships through coaching, mentoring and peer-to-peer networking.
- Gain insights from leading experts in sustainability and innovation from around the world.
- Join a global network of talented young professionals from top companies across every continent.
Company Benefits
- Apply SDG innovation to address real sustainability challenges your company is currently facing.
- Embed the SDGs into your company's business strategy through collaboration, innovation and knowledge sharing.
- Enhance employee engagement and create professional development opportunities.
- Access a network of experts from some of the world's leading companies.
- Receive global recognition for your company's participation in the programme.
Requirements for SDG Innovation Accelerator Qualification
- High-performing professionals at participating companies of the UN Global Compact
- Participants must be 35 years or younger
- Interested in business-model innovation, sustainability and disruptive technologies
- Ability to dedicate a minimum of four (4) hours a month to the Accelerator Learning Plan and attend at least four (4) 1-day workshops.
Interview date, Process and Venue for SDG Innovation Accelerator
Timeline
- Applications Open date: 30 October 2024 – 31 January 2025
- Information Session: December 2, 2024
- Programme Begins:: February 2025
- Programme Ends: September 2025
Application Deadline
January 31, 2025How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
United Nations Global Compact on unglobalcompact.formtitan.com to apply
For more details, visit UN Global Compact website.
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